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Amazon to sell set-top box to challenge Apple TV: report

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc will release a set-top TV box later this year that will stream video over the Internet, challenging Apple Inc's Apple TV device and a similar gadget sold by start-up Roku, BloombergBusinessweek reported on Wednesday. Full story

Apple said to be offering replacements for 'very small number' of Apple TVs with WiFi issues

The Apple TV has seen its share of issues crop up and then be fixed by software updates, but it looks like at least some are proving to be too difficult for some fresh firmware to fix. According to a support document obtained by 9 to 5 Mac, Apple has informed employees at its Apple Stores and autho Full story

Hulu Plus on Apple TV redesigned with simplicity and easy discovery features in mind

It's not often that we see those services present on the Apple TV get tweaked, but today Hulu announced its Plus offering has been on the receiving end of a major design overhaul. Clearly taking a cue from Cupertino's own iTunes app on the tiny media box, the Hulu Plus redesign makes perfect use of Full story

XBMC 12.1 makes full use of iPhone 5, improves Raspberry Pi player and more

The XBMC crew hasn't been distracted by its early work on XBMC 13 Gotham -- it's more than willing to share the love with those who are still busy with Frodo's adventures. A just-launched XBMC 12.1 update improves the experience in several ways on Apple platforms, rolling up iOS 6 support for secon Full story

Xbox Creator on Gaming Industry Outlook

   Nat Brown, Xbox co-creator and iOS App Developer, explains the changes in the gaming industry if Apple brings gaming to its Apple TV platform.

This App for Your Apple TV?

   Peter Misek, Jefferies & Company, says Apple will introduce a program that allows developers to write apps for Apple TV.

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As another year comes to a close, Lisa Lee Freeman of ShopSmart reveals the magazine’s list of the top products of 2012, including Apple TV, a Nescafe coffeemaker, and Mario Batali’s marinara sauce.

  Apple TV is a Head Shake: Bibb

Porter Bibb, Media Tech Capital Partners, explains why he doesn't believe Apple is getting into the business of making television devices. "Apple is a steal at these prices," Bibb said.

  Dealbook Conference; Apple TV on the Way?

CNBC's Kayla Tausche looks at highlights from the inaugural Dealbook "Opportunities for Tomorrow" conference. And Gene Munster, senior research analyst, Piper Jaffray, explores the possibility Apple will release its own TV product in the next year. Wil...

  Talking Numbers: Buy Apple on iTV Hopes?

Max Wolff, Greencrest Capital, and Richard Ross, Auerbach Grayson, turn to the charts to see what Apple TV could mean for the stock.

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Rumors of an Apple TV are surfacing again, even though it's said to be in the very early stages.

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iPhone and iPad streaming to Apple TV (connected to HDTV set)
iPhone and iPad streaming to Apple TV (connected to HDTV set)

While it is truly an enjoyable thing to stream video from an iPad or iPhone to your TV, the only way to do it is to buy the $99 Apple TV.

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Steve Jobs

Apple CEO Steve Jobs displays the new AppleTV at news conference in San Francisco, Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010.